We usually treat hobbies like things we do to “kill time.” But if you think about it, time is the only thing we actually have—so why would we want to kill it? The right hobby isn’t just a distraction; it’s more like a software update for your mind and life. If you’re feeling a bit…
Nikhat Zareen (Image credit: AIBA) PATIALA: Nikhat Zareen has declined the national federation, BFI’s offer to compete in the women’s 48kg category at next month’s senior World Cup in China, choosing instead to remain focused on her long-term ambitions in the 51kg division ahead of the Olympic qualification cycle and next year’s World Championships.It’s been…
The move is aimed at reducing India’s reliance on imported gold and would mark the first time jewellers are being included in the scheme. (AI image) New Gold Monetisation Scheme in the works? The government is evaluating a proposal to allow jewellers to participate in a revamped Gold Monetisation Scheme (GMS) as part of efforts…
A research team led by University of Michigan isolated and grew more than 200 kinds of fungi from the deep subsurface (Credit: Quinn Moon University of Michigan) Scientists drilling 1,640 feet beneath Michigan have discovered 689 kinds of fungi living in water that last touched the surface 11,000 years ago.The University of Michigan study shows…
For more than a century, the Florentine Diamond occupied a curious place in the history of famous gemstones. It was discussed in museum catalogues, historical accounts and works of fiction, yet nobody could say with certainty where it had gone. Some believed it had been stolen during the collapse of the Austro-Hungarian Empire. Others suspected…
Russian proverb of the day teaches us that a gift should be taken with gratitude without any complaint. Among the many proverbs shared across Europe, few have enjoyed such remarkable longevity as the saying, “Don’t look a gift horse in the mouth.” Although today it is familiar to English speakers, the proverb also has a…
The Madhya Pradesh Board of Secondary Education (MPBSE), Bhopal, has announced that the results of the High School Second Examination 2026 today. Students who appeared for the examination can check their results online once the result link is activated.The announcement relates to the High School Second Examination conducted by MPBSE. Under the board’s revised examination…
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi (AP Photo) NEW DELHI: India spin great Harbhajan Singh believes there is only one way to tackle Vaibhav Sooryavanshi’s extraordinary strokeplay — attack the 15-year-old and go for his wicket rather than trying to contain him.Sooryavanshi has quickly established himself as one of the most exciting young batters in the game, with Harbhajan…
Pakistan’s Mohammad Abbas is bowled out by England’s Josh Tongue (Reuters) Former England fast bowler Stuart Broad has delivered a blunt verdict on Pakistan, describing them as a “poor side” and backing England to complete a 3-0 clean sweep in the three-Test series.Speaking on The Love for Cricket Podcast, Broad was critical of Pakistan’s current…
UP PCS 2026 application last date today; apply online before deadline for 500 posts UP PCS 2026 application link: The Uttar Pradesh Public Service Commission (UPPSC) will close the online application window for the Combined State / Upper Subordinate Services (PCS) Examination 2026 today, August 3, 2026. Candidates who have not yet submitted their applications…
The world’s biggest ocean is also its most doomed one. Now, scientists are worried and they are blaming the tectonic plates for it all. The Pacific Ocean, which is the largest single feature on the surface of the Earth is slowly getting smaller and the irony of it all is as surprising as shocking. Diving…
Asian markets mostly declined on Friday as investor optimism around artificial intelligence stocks faded amid rising concerns over inflation, elevated oil prices and uncertainty surrounding the Iran war.Japan’s Nikkei 225 fell 1.2% to 61,880.04, while South Korea’s Kospi dropped 3.2% to 7,727.34 after briefly crossing the 8,000 mark for the first time.The sharp reversal came…
